Architect And Engineering- General: Marine Engineering

PSC Category C216 covers Architect and Engineering services with a specific focus on marine engineering. This category encompasses professional services related to maritime infrastructure, waterfront facilities, naval vessel design, coastal research, and marine structural assessments. Services include architectural and engineering design, waterfront inspections, structural repairs, marine infrastructure studies, and technical support for naval and maritime operations. Contractors provide specialized expertise in evaluating, designing, and maintaining maritime assets for various federal agencies.

Federal Contract Awards under this PSC category demonstrate consistent engagement with maritime infrastructure projects, primarily by the U.S. Coast Guard, Navy, and Maritime Administration. Contract values range from approximately $25,000 to over $6.6 million, with typical performance periods between 6-24 months. Frequently awarded entities include Appledore Marine Engineering, Marine Design & Operations Inc., Lloyd Collins JV, and WSP USA Inc. Most awards are firm fixed-price delivery orders issued against larger Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The majority of these contracts are not set aside for small businesses, though some awardees are minority-owned, veteran-owned, or small businesses. Performance locations span coastal regions including California, Rhode Island, Guam, Alaska, and Japan.

Recent Federal Contract Opportunities in this category include a National Park Service solicitation for rehabilitation of the historic Eureka Ferryboat, requiring architectural and engineering services for design alternatives and construction documentation. Another opportunity from the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation seeks a comprehensive vessel assessment and improvement design for the "Grasse River" Gatelifter. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Portland District has also posted a solicitation for a Single Award Task Order Contract for pile dike services, with a $10 million capacity over five years. These opportunities emphasize specialized marine engineering expertise, design services, and infrastructure assessment across various federal maritime and transportation agencies.